In the list next to Personalize your background, select Picture, Solid color, Slideshow, or Windows Spotlight (to see a new image from around the world every day).

To invite someone who isn't on your contact list, select Invite someone to help you. Follow the instructions. To give help if someone has requested it: Go to the search box and enter remote assistance, then select Invite someone to connect to your PC and help you, or offer to help someone else.

If you're moving from a Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 PC to a new Windows device, you'll find that the best way to get apps and games is through Microsoft Store.

Note: If you signed in with a Microsoft account such as an Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account instead of your work or school account, sign out, and then sign in again using the correct account. Not sure which account you're signed in with? Select Account manager in the Outlook navigation header. If you're not signed in with the account you want, select Sign out and start the ...

Note: If you can't open an app to check your installation type, try the more common Click-to-Run or MSI uninstall steps first. Create or open an existing file and select File > Account (or it might say Office Account). Under Product information, find the About button and check for the following:

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If you haven't already set up messages, do the following: On your PC, in the Phone Link, select Messages. To start a new conversation, select New message. Enter the name or phone number of a contact. Select the person you want to send a message to. A new message thread opens for you to begin with.

Be careful to set the correct microphone input on your device, otherwise results may be disappointing. For example, if your computer's microphone input is set to your headset mic based on the last time you used it, it won't work well for picking up an in-person meeting. If you want to record and transcribe a virtual call, don't use your headset.

If you are having issues installing or updating Gaming Services on your PC, or if you are noticing that the Xbox app for PC is launching with missing content, you may want to download and run the Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

Do you want to learn how to navigate Windows using keyboard shortcuts? Whether you need to switch between apps, open the command prompt, or perform any other tasks, you can find a full list of keyboard shortcuts in Windows on this webpage. Discover how to save time and improve your productivity with these handy tips.